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Why the Whales Came

By Michael Morpurgo
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Why the Whales Came by Michael Morpurgo is set on the island of Bryher in the Isles of Scilly during World War I. It follows two young friends, Gracie and Daniel, who form an unexpected friendship with the mysterious Birdman, despite the islanders' warnings. As they unravel secrets linked to a local curse, they find themselves on a journey filled with adventure and revelation.
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Why the Whales Came

A stunning story of friendship and our natural world set against the backdrop of the First World War. From the nation’s favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo.

the perfect children’s story of friendship, the environment and accepting differences

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A stunning story of friendship and our natural world set against the backdrop of the First World War. From the nation’s favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo.

Gracie and her friend Daniel have always been warned to stay away from the Birdman and his side of the island. But then they find a message in the sand and discover the Birdman is not who they thought.

But his warnings to stay away from the abandoned and cursed Samson Island stay with them. And when those warnings seem to be coming true, Gracie and Daniel must find out what the Birdman knows – before it's too late …

Why the Whales Came is a gripping historical tale full of adventure and friendship, from the author of War Horse.

Michael Morpurgo has written more than one hundred books for children and won the Whitbread Award, the Smarties Award, the Circle of Gold Award, the Children’s Book Award, and has been short-listed for the Carnegie Medal four times.

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Why the Whales Came by Michael Morpurgo is described as a memorable adventure, showcasing his skill in writing about animals and wars with substantial emotional impact. Morpurgo is praised for his compelling storytelling and ability to handle social and moral themes with subtlety. His writing appeals to both children and adults, maintaining a delicate balance of depth and engagement.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008640736

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 192

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michael Morpurgo Young Adult

About the Author

Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of the UK's best-loved authors for children and young people. He was the third UK Children's Laureate and he has won the Children's Book Award, the Nestle Children's Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award. There have been many stage and screen adaptations of his books, including a major film and award-winning stage play based on War Horse. Michael also set up the charity Farms for City Children with his wife Clare.

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